The YC178-JR-07102 is a thick film chip resistor from Yageo. These resistors are general-purpose components providing a fixed amount of resistance within a circuit. They are designed for surface mount technology (SMT) and are used in a wide variety of electronic applications.

Applications:

• Current Limiting: Resists and limits the flow of electric current to protect other components.
• Voltage Division: Used in voltage divider circuits to create specific voltage levels.
• Pull-up/Pull-down Resistors: Used to set the default state of digital input pins.
• RC Timing Circuits: Forms part of RC circuits in timers and oscillators.
• Signal Attenuation: Used to reduce the amplitude of a signal.

Features:

• Resistance Value: 1 kOhms (1000 Ohms, indicated by the code 102).
• Tolerance: Typically 5%.
• Power Rating: Typical values are 1/4W or 1/8W depending on size.
• Temperature Coefficient: Typically ±200 ppm/°C.
• Surface Mount Technology (SMT): Designed for automated PCB assembly.
• RoHS Compliant: Compliant with environmental standards restricting hazardous substances.

Benefits:

• Compact Size: Enables dense circuit board layouts.
• Reliable Performance: Stable resistance values in various conditions.
• Cost-Effective: A low-cost solution for adding resistance to circuits.
• Easy Assembly: Facilitates automated assembly.
• Wide Availability: Available from multiple suppliers and distributors.

Additional Details:

The ‘YC178’ designates the series. ‘JR’ likely indicates packaging and termination details. The '07102' represents the resistance value, 1k ohms (10 x 10^2). These resistors are passive and require no power supply. Common sizes include 0805 and 1206, although specific dimensions should be verified in the datasheet.

Specifications: Typical package sizes are 0603, 0805, and 1206. Consult the Yageo datasheet for specific details.